Hospital Info

Alta Bates Summit Cardiovascular Center

The Alta Bates Summit Cardiovascular Center of Excellence is a nationally recognized heart center, providing top-rated cardiac care by a team of heart doctors and cardiac specialists. The program offers diagnostic and treatment techniques, using state-of-the-art technology which gives our patients personalized care and a close partnership with our physicians. We deliver outcomes that meet or exceed national benchmarks.

We are a California leader in developing minimally invasive heart surgery. Alta Bates Summit Medical Center was the first center on the West Coast and the second center in the United States to use minimally invasive vein harvesting during coronary artery bypass surgery. Since then, we’ve expanded our minimally invasive techniques to include valve repair and replacement known as port access valve surgery, and we are a teaching center for this technique.

Our TAVR program has successfully enabled us to treat high-risk, inoperable patients with symptomatic severe calcific-degenerative aortic valve stenosis. TAVR reduces the level of invasiveness down to the equivalent of a heart catheterization procedure. Our TAVR outcomes meet or exceed national benchmarks, with the majority of our patients discharged home within two or three days. The procedure can be performed in most patients without general anesthesia, which helps contribute to a rapid recovery and reduced risk.

Nationally Ranked in Outcomes

Our outstanding outcomes mean that patients receive the best care available in the East Bay as illustrated by these achievements:

Society of Thoracic Surgeons awarded us a rating of two stars for coronary bypass surgery (CABG) and aortic valve replacement (AVR) surgery.

Top ranked in the country for heart surgery by a leading consumer ratings publication.

High volume with outcomes that meet or exceed national benchmarks for TAVR.

Meet Our Heart Valve Specialists

Alta Bates Summit Cardiovascular Center has assembled a special team of heart valve specialists that are committed to getting patients the best results. Our team consists of many leading surgeons and cardiologists that you can learn more about by clicking the links below:

Our Patients Say

"I was apprehensive at first but soon-after I realized I was with very professional folks that would handle my procedure. I was shown a video two days prior to my surgery that explained the
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"I was apprehensive at first but soon-after I realized I was with very professional folks that would handle my procedure. I was shown a video two days prior to my surgery that explained the entire procedure and what to expect after surgery. This video helped put my utmost trust in the doctors and nurses that would be part of the procedure. Several weeks prior to the surgery, I had various testing -- from cat scans to angiograms and a few other minor testing. When you realize the depth of the testing you begin to get your confidence lifted and your anticipation is starting to subside. I put my trust in my Faith and the professionals that would be doing the procedure and was very, very pleased with the outcome. I started my recovery by walking the hallway in at Alta Bates Summit and continued my short walks after I was released from the hospital. I felt this was a big help as well to my recovery. Thank you very much Dr. Junaid Khan and all the fine folks that took part in my surgery. " -- Steve Fitzpatrick, Mitral Valve Replacement Patient

"I was very pleased with the outcome of this operation. Everyone was surprised at how quickly I was out of hospital and back home. The surgery was 2 weeks ago, and now I am walking 2 miles
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"I was very pleased with the outcome of this operation. Everyone was surprised at how quickly I was out of hospital and back home. The surgery was 2 weeks ago, and now I am walking 2 miles a day, driving, and shopping on my own." -- Mark Tarses, Aortic Valve Replacement Patient

Have A Question? Call Shaun at (510) 214-8317

Hi, my name is Shaun Coker-Maidenberg and I am the heart valve clinic coordinator for Alta Bates Summit Cardiovascular Center.

I have extensive experience helping heart valve patients just like you throughout the surgery process. Working with you, I help you understand each step, making you comfortable as well as ensuring a smooth pre- and post-surgery process.

Some of the ways I help you include coordinating your testing and doctor appointments on the same day wherever possible for your convenience. I also do extensive follow up ...
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I have extensive experience helping heart valve patients just like you throughout the surgery process. Working with you, I help you understand each step, making you comfortable as well as ensuring a smooth pre- and post-surgery process.

Some of the ways I help you include coordinating your testing and doctor appointments on the same day wherever possible for your convenience. I also do extensive follow up with you, including having you complete a quality of life questionnaire before the surgery, at 30 days and 1 year after surgery to determine the valve’s impact on your quality of life. I also collect data for continuous quality improvement to make sure you and all of our patients get the best care possible.

If you have any questions about your condition, please call me at (510) 214-8317.

Best regards,
Shaun

Clinical References For Our Patients

To help you learn more about Alta Bates Summit Cardiovascular Center, here are references for you:

Hi, my name is Shaun Coker-Maidenberg and I am the heart valve clinic coordinator for Alta Bates Summit Cardiovascular Center.

I have extensive experience helping heart valve patients just like you throughout the surgery process. Working with you, I help you understand each step, making you comfortable as well as ensuring a smooth pre- and post-surgery process.

Some of the ways I help you include coordinating your testing and doctor appointments on the same day wherever possible for your convenience. I also do extensive follow up with you, including having you complete a quality of life questionnaire before the surgery, at 30 days and 1 year after surgery to determine the valve’s impact on your quality of life. I also collect data for continuous quality improvement to make sure you and all of our patients get the best care possible.

If you have any questions about your condition, please call me at (510) 214-8317.